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WR office space now available for lease

WR is offering first-level professional office space for lease, creating an opportunity for businesses seeking a well-located and collaborative environment. The space […]

jfogliajonesMarch 26, 20261 min read
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WR advocacy delivers: Governor Ferguson signs HB 2274 into law

Governor Bob Ferguson has signed HB 2274 into law, marking a major win for Washington’s business community and an important step toward restoring balance and common […]

jfogliajonesMarch 26, 20261 min read
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WR advocacy delivers: Governor Ferguson signs HB 2274 into law

Governor Bob Ferguson has signed HB 2274 into law, marking a major win for Washington’s business community and an important step toward restoring balance and common […]

jfogliajonesMarch 22, 20261 min read
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WR office space now available for lease

WR is offering first-level professional office space for lease, creating an opportunity for businesses seeking a well-located and collaborative environment. The space […]

jfogliajonesMarch 22, 20261 min read
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2026 Legislative Session wrap-up

The 2026 Washington State Legislative Session adjourned on March 12, concluding a fast-moving 60-day session shaped by budget pressure, targeted policy changes, […]

jfogliajonesMarch 19, 20261 min read
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WR members’ environmental advocacy secured $3.2 M for the largest waste tire cleanup

Image: Tri-City Herald Tire dealers, many of whom are family-owned small businesses, have faithfully collected the state’s waste tire fees since 2005 […]

jfogliajonesMarch 19, 20261 min read
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WR interim CEO discusses state of retail at CCIM-WA luncheon

Alesha Shemwell, interim CEO of WR, spoke at the March 2026 luncheon hosted by the CCIM Washington Chapter on March 18 in Bellevue. The […]

jfogliajonesMarch 19, 20261 min read
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What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List

WR is closely monitoring the bills that have advanced through the legislative process. Each week, we’ll spotlight our weekly “hot list” key legislation that could […]

jfogliajonesMarch 12, 20262 min read
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Join WR today for a Sine Die celebration

WR invites members and partners to mark the official adjournment of the 2026 legislative session at a Sine Die celebration taking place today. […]

jfogliajonesMarch 12, 20261 min read
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Interim CEO Alesha Shemwell inspires women leaders at Walmart event

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Interim CEO Alesha Shemwell participated in Walmart’s Women in Leadership event on March 10, 2026. The event was held […]

jfogliajonesMarch 12, 20261 min read
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WR continues national search for next president and CEO 

WR is conducting a national search for its next President and Chief Executive Officer following the planned retirement of longtime leader Renée […]

jfogliajonesMarch 12, 20261 min read
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What we are tracking — WR Legislative Hot List

WR is closely monitoring the bills that have advanced through the legislative process. Each week, we’ll spotlight our weekly “hot list” key legislation that could […]

jfogliajonesMarch 5, 20262 min read
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